Attractions: The country is mostly renown for its plentiful tropical sandy beaches and idyllically secluded islands. But also has alluring tropical rainforest wonders, challenging surfs, majestic volcanic mountains and intriguing indigenous cultures to explore.
Boracay Island is the most popular destination, offering fine white powdery sand beaches, an array of water sport activities and a vivacious nightlife.
Puerto Princessa, Palawan boasts fabulous beaches and resorts for visitors who come to dive at the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Mt Pinatubo - Take a trek to the world famous volcano’s jewel blue crater lake.
Puerto Galera, on the island of Mindoro, is a favourite getaway for Manila’s city dwellers, with diving, snorkelling and jungle trekking activities available.
Banaue is home to the majestic 2000-year old rice terraces carved into the Ifugao mountains, often labelled as the “Eighth Wonder of the Worldâ€.
Echo Valley, Sagada is famous for its hanging coffins. A lost tradition of the Igorot tribe, these coffins are placed in carved holes on limestone cliffs.
Baroque Churches - Built in the16th century, these churches captures Spanish Baroque architecture uniquely interpreted by Chinese and Filipino craftsmen. A UNESCO World Heritage site, these four churches are in Manila, Santa Maria, Paoay and Miag-ao.
Siargao is a surfer’s paradise and home to the renown Cloud 9 wave. The island is host to the annual Siargao Cup.
Bohol Island, in Central Visayas, has the Chocolate Hills – limestone hills that look like chocolate drops.
Source: The Philippines Travel Fact File
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